Two voices. Two friends. One unforgettable moment. Shane MacGowan and Sinéad O’Connor’s “Haunted” from the British music show, The White Room, reminds us how music can hold love, loss, and hope all at once. What a gift they gave us.
Davido Announces ‘5IVE Alive’ North American Tour Following New Album Release
Following last week’s release of his highly anticipated fifth studio album 5IVE, global Afrobeats icon Davido announces his headline North American tour 5IVE Alive just days after releasing the music video for album highlight “Offa Me” feat. Victoria Monet earlier this week. The 12-city arena tour kicks off July 11 in Los Angeles, CA at the Kia Forum, with a special additional date in November at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena. Artist Presale begins Wednesday, April 30th, at 10am local time, with all tickets going on sale to the public Friday, May 2nd, at 10am local time.
5IVE is a culturally fluid album that explores a range of sounds, from high-energy Afrobeats to smooth R&B, Reggaeton, and Dancehall. Davido continues to push creative boundaries, tapping into his global appeal while staying true to his African roots. The album boasts an impressive lineup of collaborators, including Musa Keys, Becky G, Omah Lay, Odumodublvck, Shenseea, Tayc, Dadju, YG Marley, and more. The 17-track project is an electrifying fusion of sounds, featuring some of the biggest names in music and culture, cementing Davido’s reputation as one of the most influential and multi-faceted artists of his generation.
Speaking on the album, Davido went on to share “This ‘5ive’ album? Man, it means everything to me. It’s more than just a number – it’s a statement of where I stand, five albums in. Getting to work with artists that I love and respect from all over the world on this project was a blessing. Different sounds, different cultures, but one vibe! This one right here shows my growth, my journey, and where I am now in my life and my artistry.”
Upcoming Live Dates:
7/11 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
7/12 – San Francisco, CA @ The Warfield
7/16 – Dallas, TX @ The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
7/17 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
7/19 – Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
7/25 – Minneapolis, MN @ Armory
7/26 – Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena
7/27 – Laval, QC @ Place Bell
7/31 – Brooklyn, NY @ Barclays Center
8/1 – Boston, MA @ Agganis Arena
8/2 – Philadelphia, PA @ Liacouras Center
8/5 – Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavillion
11/20 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
HAIM Announce New Album ‘I Quit’ Out June 20, Drop Single “Down To Be Wrong”
Rock trio HAIM have announced a June 20th official release date for I quit, their highly anticipated fourth studio album on Columbia Records. The siblings have been teasing the announcement online and confirmed the release on stage earlier this week at a set of surprise shows in Los Angeles at The Bellwether.
The 15-track album was produced by Rostam Batmanglij and Danielle Haim and radiates the raw energy of seasoned performers whose deep reverence for classic rock shapes songs that are built for live performance. The album cover art was shot by longtime creative collaborator and friend Paul Thomas Anderson.
HAIM have also released new single “Down to be wrong,” a confident ode to self-preservation and prioritizing yourself. “Don’t need you to understand, don’t know if you can,” is the song’s final message, defiantly ending with “Red Lights are up ahead, but I keep walking.” The video for “Down to be wrong” was directed by Bradley and Pablo (Harry Styles, Charli XCX, Rosalia) and features heartthrob Logan Lerman. “Down to be wrong” video will be released tomorrow at 8am PST.
“Down to be wrong” follows previously released album tracks “Relationships” and “Everybody’s trying to figure me out,” which were both met with critical praise. Pitchfork noted “what’s that sound? Is it the first song of the summer?” while Vulture raved, “Haim is back… they’re not taking anything too seriously except for the quality of what they put out into the world,” and Stereogum hailed it as, “a return to the sleek genre-hybrid sounds of classic Haim.” Upon the release of “Everybody’s trying to figure me out,” V Magazine aptly recognized its heavier guitar influence, noting, “The rock-inspired track acts as a contrast to the tongue-in-cheek confidence displayed on ‘Relationships,’ showcasing a contemplative exploration about feeling misunderstood,” and Rolling Stone proclaimed, “it’s sure to invoke the golden-hued liberation of summer.” HAIM will play their first festival set of 2025 on Sunday April 27th at New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, as well as Primavera Sound Festival in Barcelona on June 6 and Portugal on June 14.
I quit is the first new album since the band’s 2020 album Women In Music, Pt. III, which earned them a Brit Award for International Group. Women In Music, Pt. III received two GRAMMY Award nominations, including the prestigious “Album of the Year” recognition. With this nomination, HAIM became the first all-female rock group to be included in the GRAMMY’s top category. Women In Music, Pt. III debuted #1 on the U.S. Album Sales chart, as well as the Rock and Alternative charts and entered at #1 on the UK Album chart.
Russell Dickerson Extends RUSSELLMANIA TOUR After Explosive “Happen To Me” Debut
Russell Dickerson unleashes the live energy of his latest hit in the brand-new performance video, “Happen To Me (From Nashville).” Captured during the explosive kickoff of his RUSSELLMANIA TOUR at The Pinnacle in Nashville (3/14), the video is packed with the song’s “infectious” (Country Swag) spirit, massive singalongs, and a sea of fans-all showcasing the electric atmosphere that has become the heartbeat of Dickerson’s shows.
Dickerson’s “Happen To Me” anthem has already made history as the biggest streaming debut of his career, racking up over 44 million streams and soaring up the Country Radio charts notching No. 32.
Riding that wave of momentum, he’s officially extended his tour dates from summer into fall, taking the confetti-filled celebration to even more cities nationwide. Jake Scott and Niko Moon will join the party on select dates – don’t miss out!
RUSSELLMANIA TOUR 2025 Dates:
6/5 New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17 *^
6/6 Asbury, NJ – Stone Pony Summerstage *^ SOLD OUT
6/7 Boston, MA – Leader Bank Pavilion *^ SOLD OUT
6/13 Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater *^
6/14 Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amp *^
9/18 – Wallingford, CT – Oakdale Theatre
9/19 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore Philadelphia
9/25 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte
9/26 – Columbus, OH – KEMBA Live!
9/27 – Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE
10/3 – Pickering, ON – Pickering Casino Resort
10/4 – Rama, ON – Casino Rama Resort
10/23 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater
10/24 – Omaha, NE – Steelhouse Omaha
10/25 – Waukee, IA – Vibrant Music Hall
11/14 – Clearwater, FL – The BayCare Sound
* Jake Scott
^ Niko Moon
New Kids On The Block Kick Off “The Right Stuff” Las Vegas Residency Countdown With Epic Announcements
Multi-platinum pop icons New Kids On The Block kick off the countdown to their highly anticipated debut Las Vegas residency, “THE RIGHT STUFF,” in celebration of this year’s annual New Kids On The Block Day.
The honorary NKOTB Day has been celebrated annually since April 24, 1989, when it was officially declared a holiday by former Massachusetts governor Michael Dukakis. Fans are encouraged to celebrate NKOTB Day on social media by sharing their favorite Blockhead memories and posting their favorite NKOTB moments on social media.
“THE RIGHT STUFF” Las Vegas Residency will launch at Dolby Live at Park MGM on June 20, 2025, for a run of 24 incredible shows through February 2026.
June 2025: 20, 21, 25, 27, 28
July 2025: 2, 3, 5
Nov. 2025: 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 15
Feb. 2026: 14, 15, 18, 20, 21, 25, 27, 28
The NKOTB are deep into the creative process of bringing their first ever residency to the state-of-the-art Dolby Live at Park MGM. The band is hard at work rehearsing, promising a production fully unique to Las Vegas, and designed to immerse attendees in a heart pounding night of hits, spectacle, celebration and showmanship. THE RIGHT STUFF will be the ultimate New Kids On The Block celebration, jam-packed with their biggest hits and many surprises in store for their dedicated fans.
As the New Kids have been dedicated to gearing up for the residency, they are excited to announce new experiences and fun activities in Vegas. BLOCKHEAD HQ will be the ultimate hang out spot for all Blockheads while in Vegas for the residency. There will be exclusive merch, NKOTB photo ops, exhibits filled with iconic memorabilia, live entertainment, NKOTB-themed food & drink, the Formless Beauty by Jenny McCarthy Pop-Up Experience: Fan Makeovers Live! and many more surprises in store. You never know who may pop in to Blockhead HQ. Located conveniently on property at Park MGM, admission will be free to the public. The New Kids are expected to announce more details and additional activations in the coming weeks.
NKOTB are also excited to announce THE RIGHT STUFF Afterparty Experience hosted by Donnie Wahlberg. The Afterparty Experience will take place on select Saturday nights – June 21, June 28 and July 5 at On The Record, speakeasy and club, located inside Park MGM. More information, including a lineup of special guest DJs, is expected to be announced soon. Tickets to the Afterparty Experience will be sold separately.
2025 also marks the 35th anniversary of NKOTB’s hit album Step by Step, and to commemorate this milestone, the band has announced an epic reissue of the album, out June 13. Step by Step, originally released on June 5, 1990, reached number one on the Billboard 200 and spawned classic NKOTB hits including title track “Step by Step” and “Tonight.” The 35th anniversary reissue featuring bonus material will be released by Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment and will be available on June 13 in multiple formats.
Starting today, you can also let the New Kids On The Block soothe you to sleep with their brand-new Sleep Story, “Step By Step To Sleep”, available exclusively on Calm. The New Kids are Calm’s first-ever boy band collaboration. The band will guide listeners to sleep with their personal tips, stories & routines, all infused with their classic NKOTB charm. To listen, go here.
Tracy Bonham Reclaims Her Voice on New Single “Jumping Bean” Ahead of ‘Sky Too Wide’ Album Release
“‘JUMPING BEAN’ is about the inner strength and belief in oneself needed so that we can stand up to anyone who tries to limit, diminish or categorize us,” says indie rock maven TRACY BONHAM about her new single. “This is written from a woman’s perspective but can be applied to anyone who feels marginalized.” Taken from her upcoming album SKY TOO WIDE which will be self-released on June 6, 2025 via A Woody Hollow, “Jumping Bean” is a reimagining of a guitar track that she released in 2000 off of her album Down Here.
This struggle against patriarchal thinking is nothing new, of course, but for Tracy, she felt it firsthand in the music business. “This was a growing awareness I had, as my world expanded from being a young woman treated as a subordinate and dealing with sexist bosses, to sitting in boardrooms and business dinners with ‘powerful’ men in the music business who thought nothing of telling me what to wear, how to pose, and how to step out of the way,” she describes. While it may have the same lyrics, it is now coming from a place of liberation rather than a feeling of helplessness… Releasing the spunky energy from the original, the 2025 version of the song trades in the vigorous abandon for a much more confident and deliberate control, displaying a healthy dose of female agency and power.
The accompanying video was filmed with the Eugene Ballet, featuring choreography from the acclaimed choreographer Suzaane Haag. “This live performance exemplifies what it is to dissent as a female artist working in a traditionally misogynist art form; classical ballet,” Tracy says. “For a big part of it, Suzaane used literal choreography from some of the oldest, most classic ballets (La Bayadère, Paquita, Swan Lake, and Giselle).
Tracy’s embrace of ballet reflects the artistic path she is currently blazing. While primarily known for her initial indie rock entrance into the mainstream, she has evolved her music by embracing the classical structure she was trained in, as well as adding in elements of jazz rhythms. Part of this transformation is due to her current band, Rene Hart on bass and Alvester Garnett on drums, both of whom are experienced and respected jazz musicians. “I had been playing ‘Jumping Bean’ solo – just guitar and vocals – with a PJ Harvey-esque bluesy vibe for many years,” she explains. “When my rhythm section joined me, they added a rhythmic element that transformed the choruses into a rock-blues anthem that is incredibly unique and powerful.”
Coupling the release of Sky Too Wide with a record release show at New York City’s Joe’s Pub on June 10th, Tracy will be joined by a good friend who just happens to be comedian, actor and musician, Fred Armisen. “Fred and I met 23 years ago when U2 came over the Manhattan Bridge on the bed of a flatbed truck to ultimately play on a stage set up in Fulton Park in DUMBO. Fred came up to me and the first thing he said was ‘you’re great,’” Tracy recounts. “It was 2002 so I had to wait until I got home to look him up on the computer… Since then Fred has always been gracious and kind and he helped me make a video for a crowdfunding campaign back in 2017… All he needed was the main idea and he took it from there. It was impossible not to laugh when filming with Fred.“
Tracy’s breakthrough debut album The Burdens of Being Upright (1996, Island Records) spawned the massive #1 alternative chart-topping single “Mother Mother.” A classically trained violinist and pianist, and twice GRAMMY™ nominated, Tracy spent the following 27 years evolving as an artist through her albums and live performances. That debut album catapulted Tracy into the spotlight with MTV fame, major radio play, and more, continuing relevancy until even recently, when “Mother Mother” was featured in Showtime’s Yellow Jackets (Season 1 Episode 2). Tracy continues to meld her 90’s songs with her outlook as a self-actualized person and artist today, and her wide breadth of work continues to resonate.
Lukas Nelson Unveils New Song “Pretty Much,” Prepares for Solo Album ‘American Romance’ Release This June
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Lukas Nelson’s new song, “Pretty Much,” is out today alongside an official music video.
Of the track, Nelson shares, “Sometimes I wonder about a love so strong that I want their face to be the last I see. This is a song about that kinda love. Surrounded by family, recounting all the different times you fell in love with each other again, and again, and again….”
“Pretty Much” is the second song unveiled from Nelson’s highly anticipated new album, American Romance, which will be released June 20—his first solo project and first in partnership with Sony Music Nashville (pre-order/pre-save here). Produced by Grammy Award-winner Shooter Jennings (Brandi Carlile, Tanya Tucker), American Romance cements Nelson as a singular artist, as he showcases his songwriting dexterity and country-blended sound in a way that feels both familiar and new. Across these twelve tracks, including collaborations with Sierra Ferrell and Stephen Wilson Jr., Nelson tells stories of his life on the road, detailing the joys, complexities, beauty and heartbreak he’s encountered during his travels across the country.
Already receiving critical attention, Nelson recently shared album track, “Ain’t Done,” of which Billboard praised, “it brims with the insightful songwriting and grizzled voice he’s known for,” while Relix declares, “the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter’s new project brings more masterfully crafted Americana, but with a newly intimate focus on the soloist’s words and voice” and Whiskey Riff proclaims, “a beautiful song full of hope…showcases his incredible, very honest talent for songwriting that is unlike anyone else in country, but music in general.”
Reflecting on the project, Nelson shares, “This album is the first chapter in a whole new era of my life as an artist. It’s a love story to the country that raised me. Diners and highways that carried me through the joy and pain that led to the music you hear now.”
In addition to Nelson and Jennings, the record also features special contributions from Anderson East (“Disappearing Light,” producer) and SistaStrings (“Montana,” cello and viola) as well as Matt Chamberlain (drums), Corey McCormick (bass), Marty Muse (dobro), Russ Pahl (pedal steel), Chris Powell (drums), Brian Whelan (acoustic guitar) and Eleanor Whitmore (fiddle).
Known for his captivating live performances, Nelson will perform select headline shows this spring and summer including stops at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Phoenix’s The Van Buren, Tucson’s Rialto Theatre and Charlottesville’s Jefferson Theater. He will also perform at several major festivals this year such as CMA Fest, Newport Folk Festival and Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion. See below for current tour itinerary, additional dates to be announced soon.
Since his debut over a decade ago, Nelson has become one of the most respected voices in music and released eight studio albums, including 2023’s Sticks and Stones, which spent 18 weeks in the top 10 of the Americana Albums chart and reached #1 on the Alt Country chart. A highly sought-after collaborator both in the studio and on stage, Nelson recently joined forces with The Travelin’ McCourys and Sierra Ferrell for a bluegrass-inspired rendition of Adele’s iconic hit, “Someone Like You,” and has also worked with artists such as Lainey Wilson, Ernest, Miranda Lambert, The Pistol Annies and more. Most recently, he performed at the MusiCares 2025 Person of the Year Gala, where he honored the Grateful Dead by performing “It Must Have Been the Roses” with Sierra Ferrell.
Nelson has also sold out countless headline shows, been featured at renowned festivals such as Stagecoach, Ohana Festival, Bourbon & Beyond and Farm Aid and has made multiple appearances on late night shows including Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Additionally, Nelson co-produced and co-wrote much of the music for the acclaimed 2018 film A Star is Born, in which he also appeared. The soundtrack won a Grammy Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media and a BAFTA Award for Best Original Music.
AMERICAN ROMANCE TRACK LIST:
1. Ain’t Done
2. Pretty Much
3. Make You Happy
4. Outsmarted
5. Disappearing Light (feat. Stephen Wilson Jr.)
6. Born Runnin’ Outta Time
7. All God Did
8. Montana
9. Friend in the End (feat. Sierra Ferrell)
10. The Lie
11. American Romance
12. You Were It
LUKAS NELSON CONFIRMED TOUR DATES:
May 6—Morrison, CO—Red Rocks Amphitheatre*
May 7—Santa Fe, NM—Lensic Performing Arts Center
May 9—Phoenix, AZ—The Van Buren
May 10—Flagstaff, AZ—Orpheum Theater
May 11—Tucson, AZ—Rialto Theatre
May 15—West Des Moines, IA—Val Air Ballroom
May 16—Kansas City, MO—Knuckleheads
May 17—Bentonville, AR—FreshGrass
June 6—Nashville, TN—Ascend Amphitheater – CMA Fest
June 26—Milwaukee, WI—Summerfest 2025+
July 17—Charlottesville, VA—Jefferson Theater
July 18—Allentown, PA—Archer Music Hall
July 19—Trumansburg, NY—Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival 2025
July 23—Kingston, NY—Ulster Performing Arts Center
July 25—Rutland, VT—Paramount Theatre
July 26—Newport, RI—Newport Folk Festival
July 28—Deerfield, MA—Tree House Brewing Company
August 1—Big Sky, MT—Wildlands Festival#
August 2—Big Sky, MT—Wildlands Festival#
August 6—Billings, MT—Pub Station
August 8—Park City, UT—Canyons Village at Park City
August 10—Alya, WY—Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival
September 13—Telluride, CO—Telluride Blues and Brews 2025
September 19-21—Bristol, TN—Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion
October 10—North Charleston, NC—Riverfront Revival Music Festival
*with Shane Smith & The Saints
+with Lainey Wilson
#with Dave Matthews
Jersey City Jazz Festival 2025 Announces Diverse Lineup Featuring Artemis, The Rumble, Fred Hersch, Steven Bernstein’s MTO, Sam Barsh, Winard Harper, And More
Riverview Jazz, the non-profit producer of the Jersey City Jazz Festival, has just announced the lineup for its ambitious 2025 festival. The annual event, which will see hundreds of musicians perform for thousands of attendees, will take place Friday, May 30, and Saturday, May 31, at Exchange Place plaza on the Hudson River waterfront. The festival will also host events throughout Jersey City leading up to it beginning Tuesday, May 27.
“We are so excited for this year’s festival. Each year has a different feel, and this year sure looks like it’s going to be a fun one”, says festival founder and director Bryan Beninghove. “It’s really amazing to see the response we get, people are coming from all over to attend. But honestly, it’s shooting fish in a barrel, I mean the riverfront location is unparalleled and we have the best musicians in the world here!”
This year’s lineup will feature a number of diverse musical acts spanning the spectrum of jazz. Bands include the funky New Orleans outfit The Rumble, the Jersey City-based legend Winard Harper & Jeli Posse, Downbeat’s jazz group of the year Artemis, the genre-defying Steven Bernstein’s MTO featuring Catherine Russell, a combo featuring Fred Hersch, John Hébert, and Bennie Wallace, and the LA-based keyboardist/producer and Kendrick Lamar collaborator Sam Barsh. The lineup will also include two Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition winners, April May Webb (with Sounds of April & Randall) and Tyreek McDole. Also performing will be the supremely talented WBGO’s Next Gen Collective, the Riverview Jazz All-Stars led by festival founder Bryan Beninghove, the NJCU Jazz Ensemble, and the United Children’s Music Program’s Latin Ensemble. As is tradition, there will be a parade of brass through the plaza with Honk NYC. As always, dance will have a prominent place at the festival with swing dance classes leading into a performance from the Robert Edwards Big Band, and Salsa Fever on2 will host dance classes leading up to a performance from the Astoria Salsa Company, a Columbian-flavored NYC salsa group led by master percussionist Samuel Torres.
Beginning Tuesday May 27, venues across Jersey City will be filled with music. The Junto, a downtown cocktail bar, will host some fabulous singers, Champian Fulton (5/27) and Lezlie Harrison (5/28). The Pet Shop basement will host some of the wilder performances of the week with both John Hébert (5/27) and Tim Berne (5/28). The Heights-based performance space The Statuary will present trumpeter Kali Rodriguez Peña (5/29), a special Live at Brennan’s show will feature James Austin Jr.’s Songs in the Key of Wonder (5/29), Groove on Grove will host a jazz show (5/28), as well as a special happy hour performance at the Hyatt Regency (5/30). The official jam session will be hosted by saxophonist Mike Lee at the Hyatt House (5/30), and the official closing party will be held at Moore’s Place (6/1).
The outdoor festival will feature a Community Zone presented by the Jersey City Public Library that will have arts & crafts and kids programming. There will be two bars, a VIP experience, and plenty of food and local vendors. The majority of the festival is free with the exception of the Clubhouse presented by Ford’s Gin, a tented stage with a cocktail jazz club feel.
This year’s event is presented once again by Exchange Place Alliance. Other community and corporate partners include RWJ Barnabas Health, the Jersey City Free Public Library, WBGO, NJ PBS, the City of Jersey City, Fifteen, and many more. Funding is also made possible in part through the Jersey City Arts & Cultural Trust Fund, the Hudson County LAP grant, and the Princeton Foundation grant. Lodging partners include Hyatt House, Hyatt Regency, and the Canopy Hotel.
For a full schedule and tickets, go to www.JerseyCityJazzFestival.com.
Cascade Equinox Festival 2025 Unveils Dance Music–Focused Lineup With Disclosure, Passion Pit, Sylvan Esso, Chromeo, Big Gigantic, And More
As it enters its third year, Cascade Equinox Festival is gearing up for its most dynamic edition yet, returning to the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, OR from Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21, 2025. Known for its eclectic programming and immersive experiences, the festival embraces a bold new direction in 2025, shifting toward a dance music focused lineup highlighting premier electronic talent.
Topping the stacked list of Cascade Equinox 2025 headliners is GRAMMY-nominated electronic duo Disclosure, who will be performing their first proper set in the state of Oregon since 2016. Famed for their genre-defining fusion of deep house, UK garage, and synth-pop, Disclosure’s vibrant performance promises to be a festival highlight, delivering their signature blend of infectious beats and soulful melodies.
Additional Cascade Equinox 2025 headliners include acclaimed dance music artists such as electropop duo Sylvan Esso, trap pioneer TroyBoi, saxophone-wielding bass music duo Big Gigantic, and Montreal electro-funk duo Chromeo (DJ Set).
The third annual edition will also feature an exclusive DJ set from beloved indie-electronic band Passion Pit, marking a rare festival appearance from the band’s frontrunner Michael Angelakos.
The 2025 edition will also showcase a stacked roster of cutting-edge electronic artists, including dubstep heavyweight Mersiv, electro-folk favorite Moontricks, bass virtuoso and multi-instrumentalist Boogie T, electro-soul craftsman Artifakts, future-funk producer Flamingosis, 70s-inspired groove duo The Sponges, and dubstep queen Zen Selekta.
Cascade Equinox will also stay true to its band and live music roots, featuring performers such as electro-swing dance outfit High Step Society, percussion-oriented trio Moon Hooch, Portland-based indie group New Constellations, Pink Floyd/Phish/Talking Heads-tribute band Pink Talking Fish, and genre-blending psychedelic rock band White Denim.
Rounding out the lineup are local and regional favorites like Barisone, Cliche, Yak Attack and more – further grounding the festival in its Pacific Northwest identity.
In 2025, Cascade Equinox will take a more refined approach, offering a thoughtfully curated experience that allows fans to soak in more of the music they love with fewer overlapping sets. By condensing elements of the festival site and programming, this year’s event will emphasize quality over quantity – enhancing flow, connection, and immersion across the board.
Cascade Equinox made its debut in 2023, quickly establishing itself as a unique destination for fans of diverse music styles. The inaugural lineup featured over 50 acts that spanned genres, including Pretty Lights (marking his first festival appearance after a 5-year hiatus), Big Wild, Goose, Phantogram, Trevor Hall & The Great In Between, Of The Trees, and Emancipator.
In 2024, the event continued to captivate attendees with another impressive lineup, welcoming Jungle, CloZee, STS9, Marc Rebillet, Liquid Stranger, among others. The second year expanded the festival’s sonic landscape even further, drawing a diverse crowd and offering a memorable weekend of genre-defying performances.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Deschutes County Fairgrounds, the Pacific Northwest’s premier event venue, this year’s edition is gearing up to be one of the most special yet. With sweeping panoramic views of snow-capped mountain peaks, trees, and a creek running through its expansive 340-acre space, Cascade Equinox offers a breathtaking setting for an unforgettable festival experience. Attendees can look forward to a variety of experiential programming and activations designed to complement the natural beauty of the venue and elevate the festival atmosphere.
Cascade Equinox will once again offer a bevy of activities and programming, including a vendor marketplace, kids zones, a roller rink, workshops, culinary commons, a healing sanctuary, yoga, beer and wine tastings, interactive art installations, and live art. This year, the festival will also feature an expanded Healing Garden zone, offering even more space for relaxation and rejuvenation and providing opportunities for self-care throughout the weekend.
The festival will offer various camping options, including glamping in the Alpenglow Campground. The centrally located, boutique campground is just a stone’s throw away from the festival’s epicenter, making it the perfect basecamp for festival-goers who want to immerse themselves in the excitement while also enjoying the comfort and convenience of premium accommodations. Due to popular demand, the festival is expanding its premium car camping spots, giving more attendees the chance to enjoy this elevated camping experience.
The Alpenglow Campground will offer amenities such as sponsor-activated happy hours, phone charging stations, yard games, dressing room and private areas to get ready, a lounge with music, premium bathrooms, concierge services, a separate private check-in, and a premium parking pass for one vehicle. This campground area will be fenced off with security guards and will have a prime location on grass.
Cascade Equinox Festival will also offer Expo Center RV Park for RV hookups, as well as areas for dry RVs, car camping, walk-in camping, and basic camping packages. All onsite accommodation packages, as well as off-site hotel packages, are available here.
Attendees who have already bought a 3-Day GA pass to the festival have the opportunity to purchase the The Inner Circle upgrade ($228 per person), which will give VIP access to:
Express check-in at the box office
Inner Circle parking on festival grounds
Express entry into the festival, with dedicated Inner Circle – only entrances
Full time hosts in lounges
Beautiful lounge area with comfortable seating & shade
Complimentary snacks and beverages in the lounges
A designated viewing area at the main stage, with unobstructed views of the performers
Inner Circle Private Bars in viewing areas and lounge
Pop-up experiences
Access to private restrooms
A gift bag with festival merchandise and other surprises
Phone charging stations
Early Bird 3-Day GA passes for Cascade Equinox are on sale now, along with a 6-person Party Pack option and the Inner Circle VIP upgrade. Payment plans are available for all festival passes. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit: https://cascadeequinox.com/
Cascade Equinox aims to redefine the festival experience, seamlessly merging tradition with innovation. With a commitment to inclusivity and dynamism, this pioneering event caters to the diverse tastes and evolving expectations of its attendees. The festival is driven to showcase the best of the Pacific Northwest region by featuring local artists, food and craft vendors, performers, and more. Going beyond the usual crowd, it seeks to connect with individuals who share its mission, inviting them to be part of an extraordinary and transformative celebration for their third annual edition.
Lettuce To Premiere ‘Lettuce With The Colorado Symphony’ Film Digitally On May 28
As Lettuce continues their robust touring schedule loaded with symphony collaborations, co-headlining shows with GZA of Wu-Tang Clan, and trekking coast-to-coast, they will host a digital film premiere of their recent concert movie Lettuce with the Colorado Symphony. Currently only available via DVD, the film features over 90 minutes of music visually showcasing the future funk group’s recently released album Lettuce with the Colorado Symphony as the lauded sextet is joined by over 80 musicians from the Colorado Symphony. The premiere will take place on May 28 at 6pm PT/9pm ET via VEEPS. Buy tickets HERE.
VEEPS is a streaming service that offers direct access to live and on-demand concerts, events, performances by award-winning artists and shows at the most iconic venues in the world, making it a fitting platform to partner with for the digital premiere of Lettuce’s remarkable inaugural collaboration with the Colorado Symphony. The band will be selling signed copies of the limited edition triple vinyl LP of the record throughout the duration of the premiere.
Additionally, Lettuce just announced expanded tour dates with a handful of new dates announced in the midwest in August with support from rising Colombian psychedelic funk trio BALTHVS on most of those performances. A full list of dates in below.
Lettuce continues their symphony collaboration series with a performance with the Nashville Symphony on April 30th. They immediately head to New Orleans for their annual late night performance during Jazz Fest at The Orpheum on May 1st. Lettuce will play two additional co-headlining shows with GZA in Cincinnati, Ohio and Chicago, Illinois before heading to Grand Rapids to perform with the Grand Rapids Symphony on May 17th and beginning their summer tour scheduled filled with festival plays, international dates in Europe & India, the newly announced August shows, and more.
To learn more about Lettuce and purchase tickets to all performances, please visit lettucefunk.com.
2025 Tour Dates
Apr 30 – Nashville, TN – Schermerhorn Symphony Center ^
May 14 – Cincinatti, OH – Taft Theatre *
May 15 – Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre
May 16 – Chicago, IL – Ramova Theatre *
May 17 – Grand Rapids, MI – Devos Performance Hall +
May 18 – Fort Wayne, IN – The Clyde Theatre
May 21 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City
May 22 – Cleveland, OH – Globe Iron
May 23 – Lexington, KY – The Burl
May 24 – Martinsville, VA – Rooster Walk Music & Arts Festival
May 29 – Hanover, Germany – Hannover Open Air Festival
Jun 30 – Jakarta, Indonesia – Java Jazz Festival
Jun 6 – Norfolk, VA – HarborFest
Jun 12 – Portland, ME – Thompson’s Point $
Jun 13 – Swanzey, NH – Northlands Music & Arts Festival
Jun 14 – Brooklyn, NY – SummerStage $
Jun 27 – Rochester, NY – Rochester Jazz Festival
Jun 28 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Jazz Festival
Jul 3 – Avon, CO – AvonLIVE!
Jul 4 – Denver, CO – Cervantes’ Masterpiece Ballroom *
Jul 10 – Mills River, NC – Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Jul 11 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre
Jul 12 – Wilmington, NC – BAD Day Music & Arts Festival
Aug 15 – Indianapolis, IN – Hi-Fi Annex #
Aug 16 – Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall #
Aug 17 – Milwaukee, WI – Turner Ballroom
Aug 20 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue #
Aug 21 – Lincoln, NE – Bourbon Theatre #
Aug 22 – Lawrence, KS – Liberty Hall #
Aug 23 – Clive, IA – Horizon Events Center #
Aug 24 – St. Louis, MO – Atomic Pavillion
Aug 27 – Toronto, ON – Annabel’s Music Hall
Aug 29 – Charlestown, RI – Roots & Rhythm
Oct 24 – Melbourne, AUS – Melbourne International Jazz Festival
Oct 25 – Sydney, AUS – The Metro Theatre
* Co-Headline w/ GZA
^ w/ Nashville Symphony
+ w/ Grand Rapids Symphony
# new date with support from BALTHVS
$ new date with Styles P
Track Listing:
1. Mt. Crushmore
2. The Lobbyist
3. Requiem
4. Gang Ten
5. Ghost of Jupiter
6. Move On Up
7. The Force
8. New Intro
9. Larimar
10. Tryllis
11. Moksha
12. Everybody Wants to Rule the World
13. Elephant Walk → Madison Square
14. Trapezoid